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Coon Rapids Sun. Dec 22 2024

Coon Rapids Calls On Young Artists For 61st Snowflake Days Button Design Contest

Young creatives in Coon Rapids are rolling up their sleeves for the Snowflake Days Button Contest, marking the event's 61st anniversary in 2025.

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 21 2024

Met Council Invests $3M In Affordable Homeownership Across Eight Twin Cities Metro Cities

In a move aimed at tackling the housing disparity issue in the Twin Cities metro region, the Met Council has earmarked a total of $3 million.

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Met Council Invests $3M In Affordable Homeownership Across Eight Twin Cities Metro Cities

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 21 2024

Eden Prairie Senior Center Embraces 2023 With Lively Events And Senior Advisory Council Election

Eden Prairie Senior Center is bustling with activity as it leaps into the new year, offering a slate of events that are certain to keep local retirees engaged and entertained.

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Eden Prairie Senior Center Embraces 2023 With Lively Events And Senior Advisory Council Election

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 21 2024

Wells Fargo Exits Net-Zero Banking Alliance Amid Pressures from Texas Attorney General's Review

Wells Fargo has officially withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a move expected to impact the financial and energy sectors.

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Wells Fargo Exits Net-Zero Banking Alliance Amid Pressures from Texas Attorney General's Review

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 21 2024

Minnesota's ICPOET Grant Program Paves Way For Career Shifts Into Law Enforcement

In Minnesota, a unique grant program is carving new pathways for individuals seeking a career shift into law enforcement.

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Minnesota's ICPOET Grant Program Paves Way For Career Shifts Into Law Enforcement

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 21 2024

Coon Rapids Honors Long-Serving Council Members Rehrauer And Geisler With Custom Street Signs

The City of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, marked the conclusion of its 2024 city council meetings with a moment of appreciation for two departing council members.

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 21 2024

Coon Rapids Man, 19, Arrested Over Fatal Shooting At Strip Mall

Detectives arrested a 19-year-old man from Coon Rapids, who is currently being held on probable cause for murder.

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Coon Rapids Man, 19, Arrested Over Fatal Shooting At Strip Mall

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 21 2024

Need Deals On Electronics? St. Paul, Minneapolis Refurb Shops Have Them.

Steer your car away from pricey Apple stores and plunge into the depths of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Unsung outposts have dispensed refurbished hardware there for years.

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Need Deals On Electronics? St. Paul, Minneapolis Refurb Shops Have Them.

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 21 2024

Minneapolis Police Thwart Violence: Quick Intervention Leads To Arrest Of Armed Suspect

Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) had a moment of quick action last week when their Late-Night Safety Plan (LNSP) led to the disarmament and arrest of an armed suspect.

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Minneapolis Police Thwart Violence: Quick Intervention Leads To Arrest Of Armed Suspect

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Coon Rapids Sat. Dec 21 2024

Soaring Coffee Bean Prices Contribute To Brooklyn Park Daily Dose Closure

Daily Dose Cafe and Espresso in Brooklyn Park gave its customers some disappointing news this week.

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Soaring Coffee Bean Prices Contribute To Brooklyn Park Daily Dose Closure

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 20 2024

Totino-Grace Wrestling Edged By Coon Rapids

In a back and forth wrestling match that included eleven pins, Coon Rapids edged host Totino-Grace 42-35.

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 20 2024

Coon Rapids Skating School Opens Registrations For Winter Lessons

As winters grip tightens over Coon Rapids, the city's skating school is casting a warm invitation to residents eager to lace up their boots.

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Coon Rapids Skating School Opens Registrations For Winter Lessons

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 20 2024

Blaine Police and First Responders Spread Joy with ‘Heroes & Helpers’ Shopping Event at Local Target

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Coon Rapids Fri. Dec 20 2024

Dakota County To Auction 40 Tax-forfeited Land Parcels, Promising Potential Savings For Buyers

In a move to redistribute property within the region, Dakota County has announced an upcoming auction of roughly 40 tax-forfeited land parcels.

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Dakota County To Auction 40 Tax-forfeited Land Parcels, Promising Potential Savings For Buyers

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Coon Rapids Thu. Dec 19 2024

Minnesota Leads Nation In Voter Turnout, Wright County Sets Standard With A Staggering 84% Participation Rate

Minnesota's penchant for political participation has once again been underscored as highest in voter turnout across the United States, sustaining a lead it's held since 2008.

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Minnesota Leads Nation In Voter Turnout, Wright County Sets Standard With A Staggering 84% Participation Rate

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Coon Rapids Thu. Dec 19 2024

Dave's Hot Chicken Plans Expansion To Two More Minnesota Cities

Dave's Hot Chicken will open in Apple Valley and Coon Rapids this summer and Greater Minnesota is also on the map for the Los Angeles-based fried chicken chain's rapid expansion.

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Dave's Hot Chicken Plans Expansion To Two More Minnesota Cities

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Coon Rapids Thu. Dec 19 2024

Brooklyn Park Celebrates Opening Of Tessman Ridge Apartments

A new mixed-income apartment building with 75 units is now open in Brooklyn Park. Leaders say it’s filling a crucial need in the west metro.

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Brooklyn Park Celebrates Opening Of Tessman Ridge Apartments

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Coon Rapids Wed. Dec 18 2024

Minneapolis 2025 Bbudget Includes Funding For Immigrant-Centered Initiatives

Minneapolis 2025 Budget Includes Funding For Immigrant-Centered Initiatives

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Minneapolis 2025 Bbudget Includes Funding For Immigrant-Centered Initiatives

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Coon Rapids Wed. Dec 18 2024

Holiday Lights Contest Winners Announced!

Congratulations To The Winning Displays In Our 2024 Holiday Lighting Contest! Thank You To All Of The Entrants That Hlped To "Light Up Coon Rapids" This Year.

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Holiday Lights Contest Winners Announced!

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Coon Rapids Wed. Dec 18 2024

Jeni Groppoli Named White Bear Lake Branch Manager At Royal Credit Union

In this position, Groppoli is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the White Bear Lake office

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Jeni Groppoli Named White Bear Lake Branch Manager At Royal Credit Union

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